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Westfield Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Westfield Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Yeovil, Somerset , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1025 pupils, and a capacity of 1020 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,025

Pupils

1,020

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Westfield Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Westfield Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Somerset. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 1025 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1020 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Somerset before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Westfield Academy — School Information

Full address
Westfield Road, Yeovil, BA21 3DB
Local authority
Somerset
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
21.4% of pupils
DfE URN
137203

Other Secondary Schools in Yeovil

If Westfield Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Yeovil are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Westfield Academy

Is Westfield Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Westfield Academy currently has 1025 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1020 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Westfield Academy?

Admission to Westfield Academy is managed by Somerset. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Westfield Academy cover?

Westfield Academy is a secondary school in Yeovil, Somerset, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Westfield Academy?

Westfield Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.